The Snuneymuxw First Nation (SFN) is celebrating what it calls a 'historic' land transfer from private developer Seacliff Properties, which includes the nation's ancient village site, kwula’xw, on Vancouver Island.
The Snuneymuxw First Nation is celebrating what it calls a "historic" land transfer from private developer Seacliff Properties, which includes the nation's ancient village site, kwula’xw, on Vancouver Island.The land transfer is part of Seacliff and the SFN's "Sandstone" project, which was recently adopted in the City of Nanaimo's official community plan.
The land transfer is also part of the city's "Reimagine" policy, which puts a focus on First Nation reconciliation and creating a more livable Nanaimo south end. "Rebuilding the SFN land base preserved and protected under the Snuneymuxw Treaty of 1854 honours the solemn confirmations and promises that were made over 165 years ago on these great lands," he said.
Wyse says the nation will also continue to pursue treaty implementation with the Cinnabar Valley Neighborhood Association and other groups "to bring overdue attention, resources, economic opportunities and amenities to Nanaimo and the entire Mid-Island region."
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